Workshop Manager

DHL; Tetford; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in the United Kingdom is hiring a Warehouse Manager to oversee operations within a unique setting. The role involves leading and supervising a diverse team, ensuring accurate stock control, and collaborating with external teams. Applicants must have prior leadership experience and be IT literate. Enhanced security clearance is a requirement. The selected candidate will also benefit from a performance-based bonus and a comprehensive pension scheme.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Generous pension scheme

Free confidential GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordable loans and savings schemes

Qualifications

• Previous experience leading, managing or supervising a team.
• Enhanced security clearance is a mandatory requirement for this role.
• IT literate to enable accurate and timely reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day activities within the Workshop.
• Manage accurate stock control for the Workshop.
• Supervise and develop workshop supervisors and Team Leaders.
• Liaise with welfare groups and recommend items for the National Product list.

Skills

Team leadership

IT literacy

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Can-do attitude

Job description

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Pay Rate: £37,000 - £38,000
Grade: L
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Monday To Friday
Location: HMP Wayland, IP25 6RL

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We're now looking for a Warehouse Manager to lead our operations and drive success.

If you're a proactive leader with a passion for logistics, we want you on our team!

PLEASE NOTE: The role is based within a Prison. You will be required to under-go an Enhanced Security Vetting Process if you are to be successful for this position, The chosen applicant will begin the position in 2026.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• working with a diverse team to support their rehabilitation.
• Responsibility for day to day activities within Workshop.
• Responsible for the accurate on-going stock control for Workshop.
• Responsible for the supervision, direction and development of workshop supervisors, Team Leaders and Order distributors.

• Liaison with Booker and HMPS teams.
• Liaison with welfare groups and recommend items for the National Product list.
• Work in collaboration with other workshops to maximise efficiencies and best practice.
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Flexibility with regards to shift and working rota
• Understand and comply with all relevant legislative and Company rules, agreements, policies and quality procedures. Ensure Company policies are communicated, applied and enforced
• Manage the purchase, supply and distribution of catalogue items from high street retailers.

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Previous experience leading, managing or supervising a team
• IT literate to enable accurate and timely reporting
• Have a can-do attitude, right first time and passionate approach
• Enhanced security clearance is a mandatory requirement for this role

WHY JOIN US?

• Discretionary bonus based on performance
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 28th November . Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

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